If you are new to the startup space and Angel investing, you probably don’t realize that some groups of Angel investors charge entrepreneurs a fee to pitch to their groups. He calls these a scam, and “Angel group” payola. Others , including noted Angel David S. Evaluate feedback from individual investors first. MORE >>

All prominent and successful investors. It can be an uncomfortable conversation to have with investors, and it can turn into a bit of a stand-off, where no one wants to be the first one to name a price. When you raise the next round, the initial investors convert their debt into equity, but typically at a discount. MORE >>

Bob is a Director and long-time member of the Pasadena Angels, has been investing in early stage companies for 5 years, and has been held numerous “C” level positions at private and publicly traded companies. To set the stage, as an early stage investor, I look to invest in a “perfect storm” company.  The investor ROI on this is 355%.  MORE >>

Too often, investors and entrepreneurs think of themselves as being, “on opposites sides of the table.” Raising capital is a negotiation that regularly pits investors against entrepreneurs (and vice versa). When it comes time to negotiate terms, investors are looking for the best deal. It’s the beginning of the honeymoon. MORE >>

If you follow this blog, you know that I think convertible debt is a good structure for a startup’s angel round. The main feature of the convertible note is that the debt investment made by the angel investor will typically later convert into equity. As a sweetener to the angel investor (i.e., per share. MORE >>